Birthday Girl.

This past Friday was my birthday! It's usually "just another day" for me but this year was a bit different. Taryn of Style-Phenomenon, took me for a surprise lunch at a beautiful beach front restaurant in Laguna Beach where the weather was to die for. She then topped off the amazing day with getting me Sam Edelman Zoe boots for my birthday! It was by far the best birthday I've had yet and I couldn't have spent with a more lovely person. Thanks Taryn!

[These beauties! Can't wait for them to come in the mail!]

xoxo

Thriftful Tips.

thrifted vest, H&M t-shirt and bag, Citizens of Humanity jeans, Steve Madden boots

My P.I.C., Taryn of Style-Phenomenon, and I hit the jackpot the other day when searching for a new thrift store. Not only did we find one, we found 4.. and they were all in the same parking lot! It was like a thrifters dream come true! But a tip I will gladly pass on to you.. don't dress up to go thrifting. Our hunting was cut short when we got hit on one too many times. Despite being creeped out, we left fully satisfied, arms accessorized with overfilled bags of vintage finds.
Here's a few helpful tips to thrifting:

-Dress down, not up.

-Be patient! Bring your ipod to keep you distracted.

-Some of the best finds are hidden or barried where no one thinks to look.

-Really inspect garments before making any purchases.. most are final sale.

-Pay attention to the sales!

xoxo

Luxe Life.

Angela Lindvall

by Camilla Akrans

This editorial gets me dreamin of the day I style shoots like this.

xoxo

Brown Hair & Boots.

thrifted faux fur vest, Massimo blouse, 2.1 Denim jeans, Steve Madden platform boots, H&M bag

I'm back! It's really me! I decided to make a little change to my hair.. bye bye blonde! After getting my dad home from the hospital and settled, I now have some time to blog again and I couldn't be happier. 

I got these platform Steve Madden boots a few months ago at a local thrift store and was quickly assured they were the perfect pair when a friend showed me how closely they resemble the Chloe Sevigny boots for Opening Ceremony pictured below. Am I right? Looks like I was ahead of the trend on this one :)

What to Wear: New Years Eve.

New Years eve is right around the corner and what you wear could make or break your night. Comfort has always been top priority on my list of what to wear. What do you look for in your New Year's party attire?

xoxo

What's All the Fuzz About?

Though many find it hard to believe, velvet is on the rise and I couldn't be more excited! Not only is it perfect for the holidays, it's also a great versatile piece that can easily be dressed up or dressed down. I'm eager to try to find some vintage velvet!

FIYAH!, $219

VELVET DENIM SHORTS VINTAGE WASH TENCEL E3540, 70 GBP

Embroidered velvet camisole, $76

Velvet and Lace Short, $125

Glitter Velvet Balcony Bra, $40

ASOS Set Of Two Velvet Bow Clips, $7.76

Silver Plain Velvet Turban By Lilly Lewis For Topshop, 16 GBP

Doc Martens velvet boots

xoxo

Fighter.

This has been by far the hardest week I've ever had to endure in my life. My father went in for a routine surgery one week ago and since then, there has been bad news and downward turns, complication after complication arises daily. I'm now on my seventh day at the hospital and have not been home at all. I figured a little blogging might soothe my soul. We're praying for his health every minute of the day and trying to take one day at a time, but it's definitely a rough emotional roller coaster. My dad is the bravest man I know and he's so incredibly strong. I know he's going to make it. He has to.

[ day 1]

xoxo

Culture.

I'm grateful for so many things in the city where I live, but sometimes I really wish we had some really interesting people, like the ones in these fun streetstyle pictures by Vanessa Jackman. I can only imagine how inspired I'd feel living amongst such culture! I suppose looking at pictures will have to do for now!

What to wear: Holiday Party.

Whether you choose to be naughty or nice this holiday, try out a velvet dress! 


xoxo

Fullerton.

blouse from Santee Alley, F21 suede fringe vest, 2.1 Denim, thrifted Steve Madden platform boots, H&M bag

It is a rare commodity that I have a day off. In fact, even if I am given a day off, I always manage to make never ending to-do lists, spending every minute of my day wisely and never allowing myself to rest. This Sunday however, I did just the opposite. After a long morning of lounging in my pj's, Taryn and I took a trip to downtown Fullerton where we shopped at the best Buffalo Exchange out of the three locations I've been to, and a cute vintage store called American Vintage. I found a Free People lace top, (the exact one I've been looking for), some decadent jewelry, and a few other goodies that I can't wait to share. I think I need to start allowing myself one day a month to have days like this one.

xoxo